IHL 2 Kalamazoo Wings

K-Wings Week In Review

Published on December 26, 2005 under International Hockey League 2 (IHL 2)
Kalamazoo Wings News Release


Record Last Week: 2-0-0 Overall Record: 20-6-2

Game Rewind The Kalamazoo Wings started their week on Wednesday (12/23) on the road in Fraser, Michigan against the Motor City Mechanics. The K-Wings exploded for three goals in the first 15 minutes of the game and never looked back in a 7-4 victory over the Mechanics. Forward Lucas Drake led all K-Wings in points with four (2 goals, 2 assists), while both Kory Karlander and Mike Manley netted two goals each.

Kalamazoo finished up their short week on Friday (12/23) with a home date against the Muskegon Fury. The K-Wings dominated the first 40 minutes of play, as Kalamazoo enjoyed a 4-0 lead heading into the third period. The Fury attempted a comeback scoring three goals in the final period, but it wouldn't be enough, as Kalamazoo defeated Muskegon 4-3 and in the process gave the Fury their first road loss of the season. Goaltender Joel Martin stopped 24 shots to earn his league leading 14th victory of the season. The victory was Head Coach Mark Reeds' 400th of his career.

Fast Forward

The last week of 2005 will be a busy one for the K-Wings. Kalamazoo will play four times this week starting Wednesday (12/28) night in Flint. The K-Wings are 3-0-0 against the Generals this season. Flint starts the week in fifth place in the Central Division.

The K-Wings return home for a pair of games, including Friday (12/30) night, as the K-Wings host the Fort Wayne Komets on Fed-Ex Kinkos Night. Kalamazoo is 1-0-0 against Fort Wayne this season. The 7:30 p.m. face-off will be the first-time that former Komet Dustin Virag will play his former team. Friday's game will also be the return of former K-Wing forward Andrew Luciuk.

On Saturday (12/31), the K-Wings will ring in the New Year against the Muskegon Fury during the 4th Annual COOL 101/WWMT New Year's Bash. The K-Wings and Fury start the week atop of both the UHL and Central Division. On the season, Kalamazoo is 2-1-0 against their intra-state rivals. Face-off for the New Year's Eve clash is set for 7:30 p.m. Fans, who purchase tickets to the game, will get into the dance and public skate following the game for FREE.

The K-Wings will play their first game of 2006 on the road Sunday (1/1) against the Port Huron Flags. The K-Wings are 2-0-1 against the Flags this season. Port Huron, who is currently in third place in the Central Division, starts the week on a five-game winning streak. The K-Wings lost in a shootout to the Flags on December 18th in Port Huron.

On Top of the Mountain

With their victory over the Muskegon Fury last Saturday, the Kalamazoo Wings are now tied with the Fury for first place in both the UHL and Central Division.

Coaching Milestone

With the K-Wings victory over Muskegon, Head Coach Mark Reeds reached a personal milestone. The victory was Reeds 400th of his professional career.

On a Roll

Forward Nick Bootland has recorded a point in each of his last three games. The three-game point streak is the longest current point streak by a K-Wings player.

Just Win Baby

The K-Wings are unbeaten in regulation in their last four games. Kalamazoo, who are 3-0-1 in their last four games, are also on a two-game winning streak.

The Obscure Stat of the Week

The K-Wings have found ways to rebound after suffering a loss. Kalamazoo is 6-2-0 in games after suffering either a regulation or shootout loss.

Tickets! Get Your Tickets!!

Tickets for all K-Wing home games are now on sale. Catch all the action as your K-Wings play the very best the UHL has to offer. Tickets are on sale now by calling the Wings Stadium Ticket Office at (269) 345-5101.

Get on Line

This season, the best way to keep track of the K-Wings is to log onto www.kwings.com. The site has player profiles, information about Wings Stadium events, and much, much more.

Turner and Manley on the Radio

Join special guests Tim Turner and Mike Manley as they join Head Coach Mark Reeds and the "Voice of the K-Wings" Mike Modugno on "K-Wings Live". The show is on Your Local Sports Leader AM 1660 WQSN Monday's from 6-7 PM at The Cabana Bar and Grill inside the Holiday Inn Kalamazoo on South 11th Street.

K-Wings on Radio

Catch all the K-Wings games home and away on the K-Wings Radio Network (WLKM 95.9 FM and Your Local Sports Leader AM 1660 WQSN). Join the "Voice of the K-Wings" Mike Modugno for all 76 regular season games plus the playoffs. Pre-game coverage begins with the Digital Highway Pre-Game Show 15 minutes prior to face-off. For the most complete coverage of the K-Wings from the Opening Face-Off to the Final Buzzer, keep your radio tuned this season to the K-Wings Radio Network.

Upcoming Games

Wednesday, December 28th @ Flint 7:00 PM

Friday, December 30th Vs Fort Wayne 7:30 PM (Fed-Ex Kinkos Night)

Saturday, December 31st Vs Muskegon 7:30 PM (WWMT/Cool 101 4th Annual New Year's Eve Bash)

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